A Typical Day in Damascus, 2024, acrylic with mixed media, 16 x 20 in. / 40.64 x 50.8 cm.

A Typical Day in Damascus, Fatma Algaz, 2024, acrylic with mixed media, 16 x 20 in. / 40.64 x 50.8 cm.

Playing cards with friends is a typical activity that Syrians engage in while in Damascus. Fatma wanted to capture a moment of what a 'typical day' looks like in this historical city while also representing its rich cultural heritage through traditional clothing patterns and activities.